Junior National Website development specialist

Organizational Setting

Bangladesh is rich in natural resources with diverse ecosystems and biodiversity. Like other developing countries, Bangladesh is also facing tremendous pressure on the conservation of forests and natural resources. The forest department has undertaken several initiatives to reduce pressure on the existing forest resources. The country is also obliged to report to international platforms like UNCCD, CBD, IPCC, etc. on the progress it made in the restoration and reduction of the degradation of natural resources. In doing so, the country is trying to develop a National Forest Monitoring System (NFMS). The forest department has already conducted the first national forest inventory during the period 2016-2019. Now it is planning for the 2nd cycle of the inventory. With the support of the Sustainable Forests and Livelihoods (SUFAL) project of the World Bank, the 2nd cycle of forest report assessment has been planned. The forest inventory will generate metadata of the forest resources that will be analyzed and comprehensive reports will be generated which will give a full picture of the country’s forest resources. In addition, the project also envisions developing the national land cover map and preparing forest management plans for forest divisions and protected areas. It will also prepare an updated report on the National Forest Reference Emission Level. All the information generated from the process will help the country better manage the forest resources with a functional monitoring system in place.

Reporting Lines

The Junior National Website development specialist is a SC 06 position who will work under the overall supervision of the FAO Representative, the direct supervision of the the Environment Climate Change Specialist (Team Leader) and in close collaboration with national and international consultants in the project team, and the technical backstopping of the Lead Technical Officer (LTO) at FAO Bangkok.

Technical Focus

The Junior National Website development specialist will be a part of a national team to provide technical assistance in the areas of developing the communication strategy and ensuring proper dissemination of information through electronic media.

Tasks and responsibilities

● Assist the Bangladesh Forest Department (FD) in the review and improvement of the current Bangladesh Forest Information System (BFIS) and digital platforms; ● Design, build, and maintain website and software; ● Coordinate the editing, writing, or designing of Website content, and directing EFCC team members and partners who produce content. ● Assist in organizing adequate training for website development and maintenance; ● Support in compiling all data from field data collection teams for archiving into a central database; ● Direct or perform Website updates and back up files from Web sites to local directories for recovery ● Maintain an understanding of the latest Web applications and programming practices ● Evaluate code to ensure it meets common standards, is valid, is properly structured, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems; ● Identify and report problems uncovered by partner’s feedback and testing, and correcting or referring problems to appropriate personnel for correction; and ● Assist in any other tasks under the project at the instruction of the FAO Representative, the LTO, and the Team Leader.

CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING

Minimum Requirements

● Bachelor's degree in Web Development, Computer Science or related field. ● A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience with online information systems and website design and maintenance. ● Working knowledge (level C) of English and Bangla. ● National of Bangladesh.

FAO Core Competencies

● Results Focus ● Teamwork ● Communication ● Building Effective Relationships ● Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement

Technical/Functional Skills

● Proficient in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and My SQL. ● Fully versed in SOE. ● Solid knowledge and experience in programming applications. ● Knowledge of programming language and technical terminology. ● Solid ability in both written and verbal communication in English. ● Demonstrated initiative and ability to deliver results within deadlines.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• FAO does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview meeting, processing)
• Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted
• Please note that FAO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU) / United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed at http://www.whed.net/
• For additional employment opportunities visit the FAO employment website: http://www.fao.org/employment/home/en/
• Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, and security clearances.